Creating My Green Roof by Dave Hilary

Creating My Green Roof by Dave Hilary

Thinking about installing a green roof on your home but don't know where to start?

Creating My Green Roof is for homeowners who are considering a green roof but need more information about the costs, process, and next steps before moving forward.

The book is unique because it is based on survey results that explored the real world green roof questions and priorities of dozens of homeowners.

From costs, to design, to working with contractors, to selecting plants and maintenance, this short read contains everything you need to get started on the green roof that's best for your structure, including:

How to decide which type of green roof is right for your home

How to calculate the approximate costs of your green roof, and how long it will take to break even against your lower heating and cooling costs>

Which parts of green roof construction you can save money on by doing yourself

How to find, hire, and get the most from contractors and green roof service providers

How to select the right plants for your green roof

Which areas you absolutely must get outside help with to prevent costly and dangerous mistakes

A time-saving 'cheatsheet' on maintenance and irrigation requirements by green roof type

The time of year to begin installing your green roof for best results

One little mistake that could cost you thousands by preventing you from getting a rebate or tax break you're entitled to

And much more

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ISBN 13	9781478368076
ISBN 10	1478368071
Title	Creating My Green Roof
Author	Dave Hilary
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Year published	2015-01-03
Number of pages	130
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.